Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant – Crewe

Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity | September 2026 Start

Salary: £500–£560 per week (£100–£115 per day)

Ready to Start Your Career in Secondary Education?

Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable experience and begin a rewarding career in secondary education?

Whether you're considering becoming a secondary school teacher, pursuing a career in SEND, educational psychology, pastoral support or another education-focused profession, this Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant opportunity in Crewe (CW1 6FX) could be the perfect first step.

A welcoming and supportive secondary school in Crewe is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and ambitious graduate to join their team from September 2026.

Working alongside experienced teachers, pastoral staff and school leaders, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience in a secondary school environment while developing the skills, confidence and classroom experience needed to progress into a long-term career in education.

Graduates from all degree subjects are encouraged to apply. Whether your background is in English, Maths, Science, Psychology, History, Sport, Languages, Business, the Arts or another subject, we'd be keen to hear from you.

What's On Offer?

• Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm

• Term-time only

• Long-term opportunity with excellent career development prospects

• £500–£560 per week (£100–£115 per day)

• Ongoing mentoring and support from experienced teachers and school leaders

• Valuable hands-on experience within a secondary school

• Opportunities to support pupils across different subjects and year groups

• Experience delivering 1:1 and small-group interventions

• Opportunities to support pupils with SEND and additional learning needs

• Excellent preparation for PGCE, SCITT, School Direct and other teacher training routes

• The opportunity to develop classroom, behaviour management and communication skills

• A supportive, collaborative and welcoming school environment

• Convenient Crewe (CW1 6FX) location

What You'll Be Doing

As a Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant, you'll work alongside teachers and school staff to support pupils with their learning, development and overall engagement in school.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting teachers with the delivery of engaging and inclusive lessons

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils

• Helping students develop their knowledge, confidence and independent learning skills

• Delivering targeted academic interventions where appropriate

• Supporting pupils who require additional guidance with their learning

• Working with students with SEND and helping remove barriers to learning

• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping students develop confidence, resilience and independence

• Assisting with lesson preparation, classroom organisation and learning resources

• Providing additional support to students throughout the school day

• Building positive and professional relationships with students and staff

• Helping create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment

• Supporting the wider school team with pastoral and student support when required

Every day will provide an opportunity to learn more about secondary education while developing practical skills that will be valuable throughout your future career.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for graduates who are enthusiastic, reliable and genuinely interested in working with young people, with a clear ambition to develop a career within secondary education.

You'll ideally have:

• A First Class, 2:1 or 2:2 degree in any subject

• A genuine passion for working with young people

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• A patient, positive and proactive approach

• The confidence to build positive relationships with secondary-aged students

• The ability to remain calm and professional in a busy school environment

• A willingness to learn from experienced teachers and school leaders

• The motivation to develop your classroom and communication skills

• A genuine ambition to pursue a long-term career in education

• The right to work in the UK on a full-time basis

Previous experience working with children or young people, tutoring or working within a school is beneficial but not essential.

What matters most is your attitude, enthusiasm, reliability and willingness to learn.

We're particularly interested in graduates who can demonstrate the potential to make a genuine positive impact on students' education, confidence and development.

Start Your Career in Secondary Education

If you're an ambitious graduate looking to gain real classroom experience before progressing into secondary teacher training or another education-based career, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.

You'll learn directly from experienced secondary educators, gain valuable insight into school life and develop transferable skills in communication, behaviour management, teamwork and leadership.

Whether you're certain that teaching is your future or you're looking to explore the wider range of careers available within education, this role will give you the opportunity to gain meaningful experience and make an informed decision about your next step.

Apply Today

Apply today to secure your Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant position in Crewe, starting September 2026.

Alternatively, contact Marvin at KPI Education on 0161 694 9757 for more information.

Start Date: September 2026
Location: Crewe (CW1 6FX)
Salary: £500–£560 per week (£100–£115 per day)

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